Episode 41 Part One - Dear James Acaster

It’s the most wonderfully unhinged time of the year. In this semi-Christmas special, our three wise hosts gather round the metaphorical gaming fireplace to unwrap one gift no gamer ever wants - the games they absolutely cannot stand. From overhyped disappointments to rage-inducing mechanics and titles that should’ve stayed in development limbo, nothing is safe.So pour a drink, grab a mince pie, and enjoy a festive roast of the games that tested our patience and sanity.

5 years gone, and we’re back with the games you missed!From the genius of The Stanley Parable and the terror of the Resident Evil series, to the chaos of Like A Dragon, the grit of Robocop: Rogue City, and the mind-bending The Alters — we’re sharing the games we loved (and hope you’ll discover too). Plus, the big debate: when does replaying a game really count as a new playthrough?

After 5 long years, Stefan, Ant, and Phil rise again! This episode is packed with zombie game chaos (Stubbs the Zombie, Dead Island 2, Zombies Ate My Neighbours), a touch of Death Note drama, 28 Years Later rudeness, random Young Sheldon chatter, and even a detour through No Man's Sky.Part two is coming soon—stay tuned!

Ant, Stefan and Phil take a look at the titles announced at this year's E3 and put together their wish-lists for what will be playable at EGX in October, including LA Noire VR, Blair Witch and Ghost of Tsushima, with a sprinkling of GTA Online, Leucochloridium paradoxum, and Mia Khalifa for good measure.

Get ready to rumble in yet another triple threat match, Stefan, Ant and Phil grapple with fighting games in this episode, including Mortal Kombat 11, Punch Club, and Skull Girls, with a brief spat between Crash Team Racing and Sonic Team Racing for good measure.

Moseying into 2019, Ant, Stefan and Phil talk Kevin Smith films, Red Dead Redemption 2, Pokémon addiction, The Mad Box and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, and Ant brings the knowledge with his tips for money-making and survival in the Red Dead Online Beta

Reunited and bringing the festive cheer, Stefan, Ant and Phil talk PSVita, Red Dead Redemption 2, Mutant: Year Zero, Madden 18, Castlevania, and other such nonsense.

Part 2 of our EGX 2018 coverage includes The Division 2, Black Ops 4, Kingdom Hearts 3, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, and a smidge more besides, also featuring interviews with the talented folks behind Those Who Remain, Causeway, and The Bradwell Conspiracy.#BlueHairDontCare

Hot from the show floor at EGX 2018, Stefan and Phil chat Jump Force, Hitman 2 and Assassin's Creed Odyssey, as well as bringing interviews with the folks behind Miles and Kilo, and Arca's Path VR.Shabba!

It's that time of year again & we're taking a few guesses about what E3 2018 will bring, as well as a little bit of chat about Solo, GTA Online, the NES Classic, and Late Night Love with Graham Torrington.